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61 12 137 Replacing wiring harness for rear lid on right
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Disconnect battery negative lead, see 61 20 900 Disconnecting and connecting battery negative lead
- Remove trim for rear lid, see 51 49 008 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING PANEL FOR REAR LID
- Remove roofliner, see 51 44 002 REMOVING AND INSTALLING ROOFLINER (ON VERSION WITHOUT PANORAMA SUNROOF)
Disconnect plug connection (1).
Feed wiring harness (2) out of rear lid.
Installation:
Correctly lay wiring harness (2).
Installation:
Make sure rubber seal (1) is correctly installed in groove on frame.
Remove wiring harness sheathing in area (A).
Cut one cable after another at the appropriate point.
Connect cables of new wiring harness with butt connectors and heat-shrink sleeves.
Insulate wiring harness with insulating tape and secure in place.
Installation:
Correctly lay wiring harness (2).
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.